Once you get to the point where you know you need to work with a Virtual Assistant, you may not know where to get started. There are several things you need to consider when you first get started.

1. Search for the right Virtual Assistant. You need to make sure you find one that will work well for you. It’s a good idea to make a phone call to this person so you have a chance to talk with this person instead of email only.

2. Once you find the Virtual Assistant you want to work with, it’s a good idea to decide what you want her to do for you. Brainstorming is the best way to make this happen. You’ll need to write down everything you do each month. You’ll also want to make note of any special tasks you may want to do on a month by month basis.

3. Next you need to get back on the phone and discuss these items with your Virtual Assistant. This will give you a better idea of the time she’ll spend on your tasks. You’ll be able to pick and choose which ones you want her to do based on your budget and her skills.

4. When you decide on the Virtual Assistant you want to work with, you need to get started right away. You’ll want to send an email to your new Virtual Assistant explaining in detail what you need from her. You’ll want to include deadlines and any important information she’ll need such as usernames and passwords or links to sites that will help her gather the information she’ll need.

5. If you plan to have her do the same things each month, you’ll only need one list, but if you plan to have her help with things that may only come up once a year or once every couple of month, you’ll want to fill her in on these tasks as well. If you have deadlines and information for those already, you’ll want to share that with her as soon as possible so she’ll have the information in plenty of time to reach your deadline.

6. Find the easiest way for you both to stay in communication with each other. This will help with questions or concerns that come up. Consider email, instant messenger, phone, or text messages. Whatever works for both of you is what you should use regularly.

Working with a Virtual Assistant is the best way to work your business more efficiently. You’ll find you have more time to work on the things you enjoy, the things only you can do, and the things that grow your business.

Corrie Petersen runs a successful Virtual Assistant business. She enjoys helping her clients reach their goals through the services she offers. If you’re ready to work your business more efficiently, click here to visit her site to see what she has to offer.